Airy White Bread

Discover the secret to the perfect homemade loaf with this Airy White Bread recipe, a must-try for bread baking enthusiasts! This recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and a touch of granulated sugar to create an ultra-soft, light-as-a-cloud loaf with a golden crust. Enhanced with the richness of softened butter and a delicate milk-brushed finish, this bread strikes the ideal balance between tender texture and full-bodied flavor. With simple kneading techniques and straightforward steps, this foolproof recipe ensures a beautifully risen loaf every time. Perfect for slicing into sandwiches, toasting for breakfast, or savoring fresh from the oven, Airy White Bread is the ultimate comfort food for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams all-purpose flour
• 25 grams granulated sugar
• 10 grams instant yeast
• 8 grams salt
• 300 milliliters warm water
• 40 grams unsalted butter, softened
• 15 milliliters milk, for brushing

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Mix thoroughly with a whisk or spoon to ensure even distribution of the dry ingredients.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm water to the dry mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 3

Add the softened butter to the dough and knead the mixture by hand on a floured surface or with a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for about 8-10 minutes. The dough should be smooth, slightly sticky, and elastic.

Step 4

Form the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl, covering with a damp cloth or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm place for 60-90 minutes, or until doubled in size.

Step 5

After the first rise, punch down the dough to release air bubbles. Turn it out onto a floured surface and shape it into a smooth loaf. Place the loaf seam-side down in a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 6

Cover the loaf pan loosely with plastic wrap or a damp cloth and let the dough rise again for 30-40 minutes, or until it has risen about 1 inch above the rim of the pan.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) about 15 minutes before the dough finishes its second rise.

Step 8

Lightly brush the top of the dough with milk to enhance browning during baking.

Step 9

Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 10

Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	902.3 grams (902.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2242

Total Fat 38.30g	49%
Saturated Fat 21.60g	108%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 89mg	30%
Sodium 3175mg	138%
Total Carbohydrate 412.00g	150%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 27.10g
Protein 56.80g	114%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 99mg	8%
Iron 24mg	132%
Potassium 679mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.5%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 74.2%